Farnborough Hill is looking to recruit a part‑time Minibus Driver to transport pupils from local pick‑up points to the school and return during school term dates. The school currently operates eight minibus routes across its catchment area, but we are looking to expand this.
Applicants should hold a current, clean, and valid UK driving licence with D1 and be 25 years old or older for insurance purposes. Experience of driving a large vehicle and geographical knowledge of the area is preferred but not essential. We are looking for a team member who is enthusiastic in their work and able to work with minimum supervision.
This is a permanent role, 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 6.45 to 8.45 am and 3.45 to 5.45 pm, term time only (33 weeks). There may be occasions where additional hours are required to be worked; for example, the school carries out several small day trip excursions during the academic year. Compensating time off or additional pay will be provided; as appropriate. The salary is £10,040.65 (£15.21/ hour).
MINIBUS DRIVER RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operating the school’s bus routes, collecting children from given pick‑up points and delivering them to school (mornings), collecting them from school and dropping them back at the given points (afternoons)
- Responsible for the health and safety, comfort and welfare of pupils and staff
- Carrying out daily and weekly visual inspection/checking, for example, tyres, lights, oil, water, fuel
- Reporting any defects for timely repairs
- Ensure that the minibuses are kept clean, inside and out, and in good condition
- Refuelling vehicles as required
- Other duties as required from time‑to‑time supporting other staff, as defined by the Transport Manager, Facilities Manager or Bursar
Skills and Attributes
- Knowledge and previous experience of minibus driving
- Courteous, polite, caring and understanding
- Be punctual
- Good communication skills, flexible and adaptable
- Good team player
- Able to work with minimum supervision
- Professional, approachable and proactive
- Honest and reliable
- Understands and supports the Christian ethos the values of the School
Essential Requirements
- Hold a current, clean and valid UK driving licence with D1
- Age 25+ for insurance purposes
- Enhanced DBS Clearance prior to start of appointment
Highly Desirable
- MIDAS minibus training
- Geographical knowledge of area
- Experience of driving a large vehicle
Start Date: 3 September 2026
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